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In between the giants China and Russia the fascinating
country of Mongolia really is something else. This country
of glorious histroy, amazing culture & traditions,
fascinating nature beauty and hospitable people, is
a wonderland in today's world. Take this tour and discover
Mongolia with us! This wonderful overland driving trip
takes you to natural and cultural wonders in the Northern
and Central Mongolia: the Asian Blue Pearl - Lake Huvsgul,
hidden pristine lakes: Telmen, Sangiin Dalai, Khar Lakes
and the sand dunes, the stunning Khorgo-Terkh National
Park, the legendary capital city Karakorum, Khogno Khaan
& Hustai National Parks and amazing Gun-Galuut Nature
Reserve. Landscape and cultural sightseeing blend easily
in Mongolia - you will have the chance to visit families
of nomads, remote Buddhist monasteries and traditional
events, and to take part in horse-riding or guided walking
if you wish - there are also endless opportunities for
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Style: Traveller
Tour grade: Easy
Duration: 20 days/19 nights
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* Duration of the
trip can be changed to suit your needs.
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Tour dates for 2008:
May 23 - June 11;
June 19 - July 8;
July 13 - Aug 1,
Aug 11-30;
Land only price 2008: per person |
| Group
size |
USD |
Euro |
| 4
pax |
2568 |
1639 |
| 5-7
pax |
2331 |
1488 |
| 8-12
pax |
2083 |
1330 |
Low
Season Discounts 
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| May
and June departures with 5% discount! |
* Tour USD price might change in coming 3 months
due to inflation.
Discount conditions:
For children of family trip
1 free space for every 16 PAX
Courier bringing min 4 pax
More attractive prices for groups of 12 and
more people! More!
Included in the price:
Accommodation in hotel, ger camps (twin sharing)
Guiding and interpreting service
Renting
4WD cozy transport + experienced driver with petrol,
lubricants and maintenance
All meals according
to the itinerary
Sightseeing and cultural
show admissions according to the itinerary
1 day horse riding/kayaking in Huvsgul
Supply of bottled water, daily
Entrance
fees for protected areas and national parks
Visa support
Return ticket confirmation
Not included:
Visa cost, International Airfare, Travel insurance
Note:
Single supplement is available at 345 USD or
220 Euros. |
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| Day
1 |
Arrival
in Ulaanbaatar, meet your tour guide & transfer
to hotel, rest. Visit the Museum of Natural History,
and the Museum of National History & the Sukhbaatar
Square. Dinner, hotel overnight. L |
H |
| Day
2-4 |
This morning
we drive to the north toward Lake Huvsgul, break
our journey in magnificent Amarbayasgalant monastery,
picturesque Uran Togoo mountain Bulgan province
in the northern Mongolia. On Day 4 we continue
the drive through the forest mountains of northern
Mongolia to Moren, a small town in the north.
B+L+D |
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| Day
5-7 |
A 4 hour
drive north takes us to the shores of Lake Huvsgul,
called “Mother Ocean” by the locals.
In the morning we drive to the beautiful Lake
Huvsgul. Day 6 is spent in leisurely activities
and sightseeing on Lake Huvsgul and its surroundings
- there are a number of ways to spend the day,
including boat journeys, gentle walking, and a
visit to the Tsaatan nomads - the 'Reindeer People'.
We then drive to the beaitiful pristine lakes
in northern Mongolia, visit Sangiin Dalai lake
on Day 7. B+L+D |
T/
Gc |
| Day
8-10 |
We visit
the unique formations of Khar Lake and the sand
dunes and then visit Telmen Lake as well. Zavkhan
province is famous for stunning nature formations
and untouched wilderness. We visit Khalkha and
Sartuul nomads and see their lifestyle. B+L+D |
T |
| Day
11-13 |
We visit
lovely Tosontsengel village and drive the Solongotiin
Pass, spend the night by the river Ider. Our next
stop in Lake Terkhiin Tsagaan, surrounded by volcanoes
and home to many species of wild bird. We hike
to the Khorgo Volcano and the beautiful Lake Terkh
and the Ice Hole, Hell of the Yellow Dog etc interesting
sites hidden in the national park. We visit Taikhar
Rock by the river Tamir. B+L+D |
T/
Gc |
| Day
14-16 |
We make
your way through the alpine meadows and first
steppe plains on the road to Karakorum, we visit
the lost capital of Genghis Khan at Karakorum.
We then visit the magnificent Erdene Zuu Monastery,
where we will see a distinct mixing of the styles
of Chinese and Tibetan Buddhism. Enjoy some hiking
in Khogno Khan maountain and visit the hidden
temple ruins of Ovgon monastery. We then proceed
to Hustai, view the gorgeous Takhi wild horses.
B+L+D |
Gc |
| Day
17-18 |
We drive
to the amazing Gun-Galuut via Ulaanbaatar for
some 3 hours. Arrive in the reserve and transfer
to Steppe Nomads tourist camp. Enjoy the wilderness
and the view of the steppes. Hiking along the
river Kherlen and optional kayaking on the river.
Day 18 is a leisure day. We drive or hike or ride
horses to Mt.Baits to view the rare gorgeous Argali
Wild mountain sheep. On the way we will see the
endangered beautiful White Napped Crane and the
Black Stork. Visit a nomadic family and see their
lifestyle. B+L+D |
Gc |
| Day
19 |
This morning
we drive back to Ulaanbaatar and transfer to hotel.
Visit Bogd Khaan’s Palace Museum –
the residence of Mongolia’s last king, and
see a traditional folklore concert. Shopping.
B+L+D |
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| Day
20 |
Transfer
to the airport after breakfast. B |
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 Lake
Huvsgul, the second largest freshwater
lake in the world after Lake Baikal in Buryatia,
is popular for its pure water, awesome Alpine-like
landscapes, wonderful wildlife and the different
ethnic people living around it. Lake Huvsgul
region is a destination in itself and an entire
tour could be devoted to this specific part
of Mongolia.
Lakes Khar, Telmen and Sangiin Dalai
are in picturesque Zavkhan province and one
of the highlights of northern Mongolia. The
lakes are pristine and the scenery is unique
and pictorial. Lake Khar is socalled the Pearl
of Khangai mountains, and is famous for laying
on sand dunes. The area is homse for many different
rare spceis of wildlife and plants. The hostipable
nomads always welcome you to their homey gers
with milk tea and dried curds.
 Khorgo-Terkh
National Park is one of the most beautiful
national parks in Mongolia with its crystal
clear Terkh Lake and the Khorgo Volcano. The
nature beauty is awesome here and is a great
place for hiking, horse riding and relaxing.
You can visit the Hell of Yellow Dog, Ice Hole
and the Youth Cave that are pretty impressive!
 The
city of Karakorum: In 1220 great Chinghis
Khaan declared it as the capital city of his
vast Empire. Today there are many interesting
sites left to visit; the legendary turtle rock
sculptures, Buddhist stupas and the ruins of
this once great city to name a few.
Erdenezuu was the first Buddhist
monastery in the Mongolian Empire. It was established
in 1586. The monastery has a massive square
wall, 420 meters in length each side, a total
of 108 Stupas and 17 temples. Today Erdenezuu
monastery still shows its glory with collections
of many priceless religious objects and incredibly
beautiful Mongolian arts.
 Hustai
National Park is the place where the
wild Takhi- Przewalski horses have lived peacefully
since 1993 when they were reintroduced to their
native land Mongolia. Here we can view and photograph
these beautiful wild horses at pasture and Red
Deer, Wolf, Asian Marmot, various species of
waterfawls & prey birds.
Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve  a
breathtaking place full of globally endangered
wildlife including Wild Mountain sheep Argali,
White Naped Cranes, Hooded Cranes, Siberian
White Cranes, Whooper Swans and more bird species
like Black Storks, Swan Geese and many more.
The little oasis in the steppes, Gun-Galuut
is a place for nature lovers and soft adventurers!
Brand new comfortable tourist camp Steppe
Nomads will make your stay more enjoyable
and unforgettably beautiful.
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